David Farley
This book helps software professionals think about their work more effectively, manage it more successfully, and genuinely improve the quality of their applications, their lives, and the lives of their colleagues.
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David Farley
This book helps software professionals think about their work more effectively, manage it more successfully, and genuinely improve the quality of their applications, their lives, and the lives of their colleagues.
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Explore modern software engineering principles and practices to enhance application quality and adopt a scientific approach to development.
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It provides practical guidance for software architecture decisions.
Referenced by multiple developers, suggesting consistent practical value.
Valued for its practical approach — concepts connect directly to real-world engineering decisions and daily work.
"I read it a year ago, but as I leafed through it again I discovered I had penned thoughts next to some paragraphs."
— mbjelac · Cost of Change in Forests & Deserts · Apr 2, 2025
"I recently read Modern Software Engineering: Doing What Works to Build Better Software Faster by David Farley."
— sbelzile · No More Services, No More Repositories · Jan 15, 2022
"I encourage you to read the book to find out"
— sbelzile · No More Services, No More Repositories · Jan 15, 2022
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